Why Reporting Matters— but Sightings Alone Aren’t Bad Wildlife biologists at Cal State Long Beach (CSULB) stress that coyotes are important urban predators that keep rodent and rabbit populations in check. Seeing a healthy coyote at a respectful distance is a sign of a balanced ecosystem, not a crisis. Problems arise only when food attractants (overflowing trash, outdoor pet food) or intentional

There will be two food trucks, plus Scooters Ice Cream, at every show this year. On opening night June 26, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que will offer fare for al fresco dining before the concert. The following is the season lineup: June 26 Anthony Bernasconi—Feeling Good, the Ultimate Bublé Experience Home Instead Senior Care July 10 Abbey Road—A Tribute to the Beatles Sponsors: Athens

• Use a locking device that renders the firearm inoperable when not in use. • Educate family members about gun safety and ensure children know not to touch unattended firearms. Improper storage of firearms is not only dangerous—it can be criminal. Under California Penal Code §25100, a person may be charged with a crime if they keep a loaded firearm where a child is likely to gain access

Russian composer and pianist Sergei Rachmaninoff considered the work, composed when Grieg was only 24, the “greatest ever written.” Among the other challenging pieces DeRungs has scheduled are Verdi’s “Anvil Chorus” from “Il trovatore,” and three selections from Bizet’s “Carmen.” San Francisco-born soprano Carol Winston will sing the “Haberera” from “Carmen,” as well

The Leisure World Duplicate Bridge Club meets on Mondays and Fridays in Clubhouse 1 at 12:30 p.m. Reservations can be made at any game using the sign-up sheets. Players can call Linda Nye at 562-453-6678 or email her at yuelingnye@yahoo.com no later than 10 a.m. on game day. Arrive by 12:15 to confirm reservations. May 12 winners (six tables): North/South: Larry Topper and Michelle Brenner (59%),

The American Mahjong Club of Leisure World meets on Mondays from 1-4 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 6, as well as on Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. in the Clubhouse 1 Lobby. New members are welcome to come join the group. For more information, contact Jane Copeland at janecopeland2@yahoo.com or text 562-221-1267. — Jane Copeland

Eight golfers of the Leisure World Men’s Golf League challenged the Willowick Golf Course in Santa Ana on May 16. Four golfers shot net at or below par. There were three birdies, all by Jim Goltra, who was also closest to the pin on the 140-yard par 3 fourth hole. Dave LaCascia was closest on the 140-yard par 3 12th. Gary Stivers, Fujio Norihiro and Bob Munn had fewest putts. A flight winners:

Habel, 10,200, second; Marge Dodero, 10,100, third; Diana Lambert, 10,080, fourth. May 10 winners: Nancy Wheeler, 13,240, first place; Curt Rogers, 10,830, second; Irene Perkins, 10,680, third; Lorna Binder, 10,050, fourth. May 12 winners: Don Walton, 12,290, first place; Bob Simon, 12,060, second; Laurie Teague, 12,000, third; Marge Dodero, 11,850, fourth. May 15 winners: Curt